Sr. Project Manager - Steel / Data Centers

Senior Project Manager - Structural Steel (Data Center / Mission Critical)

A rapidly growing structural steel fabricator and erector is seeking a high-performing Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale data center and mission-critical projects. This role is built for a results-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and understands the urgency, complexity, and precision required for hyperscale builds.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will take ownership of major structural steel projects from award through closeout, driving schedule, cost, and execution across detailing, fabrication, and field erection. This role requires the ability to manage 7,000+ ton projects, maintain aggressive schedules, and travel as needed to ensure successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead structural steel projects from award through closeout with full P&L accountability

Drive aggressive schedules and ensure on-time delivery for mission-critical builds

Manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders

Oversee procurement, fabrication schedules, and supply chain coordination

Direct erection sequencing, field logistics, and jobsite execution

Travel to project sites to support field teams and maintain schedule performance

Lead coordination meetings with GCs, owners, and trade partners

Monitor costs, labor productivity, and overall project profitability

Ensure alignment between detailing, fabrication, and field operations

Qualifications

5+ years of structural steel project management experience

Proven success delivering large-scale projects (7,000+ tons)

Data center / mission-critical experience strongly preferred

Ability to perform in fast-track, high-pressure environments

Willingness and ability to travel regularly

Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and standard PM tools

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Technical / AISC Expectations

Working knowledge of AISC standards and Code of Standard Practice

Strong understanding of fabrication workflows and connection coordination

Ability to interpret complex structural drawings and specifications

Familiarity with bolting/welding requirements and QA/QC standards

Ability to drive coordination across detailing, shop, and field operations

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $120,000 - $155,000 (DOE)

Performance-based bonus tied to project success

Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO, 401k)

Travel support and per diem

If you have experience delivering large-scale steel packages for data centers and can operate at a high level in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

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